Assistant Chief Pilot Puerto Rico

Assistant Chief Pilot BQN Location

Position Purpose:

This position assists the Chief Pilot & Director of Operations with their day-to-day duties and responsibilities at the International Base Station of BQN. This position will also assist in the coordination of the Mountain Air Cargo pilots and aircraft in International Operations within the Flight Department.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Supervises pilots to ensure compliance with Company policy, FAA, ICAO, aircraft, and operating procedures.
• Observes crew procedures at assigned aircraft locations and conducts ramp checks of aircraft and crew members to ensure proper flight kit and revisions, performing safety audits when requested.
• Ensures flight crewmembers and the Manager of OCC have necessary information to operate safely and according to regulations and prescribed limitations.
• Coordinates with flight schedulers in preparation of the international pilot schedules to ensure current and qualified flight crews are available at each location for each flight.
• Reviews schedules for most efficient use of flight crew and to assist in coordinating travel requirements.
• Works directly with the Maintenance Department and Scheduling to assure aircraft movements and crews are coordinated for maintenance needs and operational reliability.
• Acts as departmental manager as needed up to and including 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to assist with operational need.
• Reviews and approves weekly expense reports and payroll as needed.
• Participates in pilot recruitment, interview and hiring process.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Chief Pilot.
• Establishes and keeps good relations with airport authorities, field administrators and ramp managers, handlers, and other service companies.
• Manages the availability and readiness of staff, equipment, supplies and services at their assigned locations.
• Diligently manages service during operational disruptions with the goal of maintaining a high level of customer service and reliability.
• Assists with the permit process and authorizations as necessary for international flight operations.
• Represents Flight Department at company meetings.
• Ensures positive communications with Flight Crewmembers, Flight Following department and other Company personnel.
• Assists Chief Pilot with manual rewrites as necessary.
• Writes bulletins and memos to communicate effectively with crewmembers.
• Adheres to company policy and procedures.
• Works with Operations to manage all storm/hurricane movements.
• Helps with the Fuel ticket program as needed.
• Promotes and supports all safety programs.
• Performs all necessary audits as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Chief Pilot.
Education and Experience:
• An associate degree with an aviation related, or business administration major is required. An equivalent combination of relevant education and training management work experience may be substituted.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the Federal Regulations and airline industry.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as technical data, safety rules/regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write management reports and correspondence.
• Ability to develop and proof operational materials.
• Ability to speak effectively in interpersonal situations and before groups of employees.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
Training Requirements:
• Able to qualify as a line Captain in any of the aircraft that Mountain Air Cargo operates
• Stay up to date on current industry events, regulatory developments, and relevant information to the aviation field.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort:
• Work typically performed in an office environment. However, sometimes work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, dirt, or dust, etc.
• Light physical effort - Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking. Exposed to any number of elements but with none present to the extent of being disagreeable.
• Occasional Travel required to offsite locations (Up to 20%).
Mountain Air Cargo is an equal opportunity employer